Status:
valid
Authors:
Lam.
Source:
wcs
Year:
1789
Citation Micro:
Encycl. 3: 182 (1789)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000668192
Common Names
- Hypoxis angustifolia
- Angustifolia Hypoxis
- Hypoxis
Description
Hypoxis angustifolia (also called Narrow-leaved African Potato, among many other common names) is an evergreen perennial herb native to tropical Africa. It grows up to 30 cm tall, with narrow, linear leaves and small, yellow flowers. It is found in open woodlands, grasslands, and savannas.
Uses & Benefits
Hypoxis angustifolia is used in traditional medicine to treat fever, headaches, and digestive problems. It is also used as an ornamental plant in gardens.
Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species
Hypoxis angustifolia var. luzuloides (Robyns & Tournay) Wiland
Hypoxis angustifolia var. buchananii Baker
Hypoxis angustifolia var. angustifolia
Hypoxis angustifolia var. madagascariensis Wiland
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flowers of Hypoxis angustifolia are white and yellow in color, and have a sweet scent. The seeds are small, round and black in color. The seedlings are thin and have a light green color.
Cultivation and Propagation
Hypoxis angustifolia is a perennial herb that can be propagated by seed or division. Seeds should be sown in a light, well-drained soil mix and kept moist until germination. Divisions should be taken in spring or summer and planted in a light, well-drained soil mix. Keep the divisions moist until they have established.
Where to Find Hypoxis angustifolia
Hypoxis angustifolia is native to tropical and subtropical regions of Africa.
Hypoxis angustifolia FAQ
What is the scientific name of Hypoxis angustifolia?
Hypoxis angustifolia
What is the family of Hypoxis angustifolia?
Hypoxidaceae
What is the common name of Hypoxis angustifolia?
Angustifolia
Species in the Hypoxis genus
Hypoxis abyssinica,
Hypoxis acuminata,
Hypoxis angustifolia,
Hypoxis argentea,
Hypoxis arillacea,
Hypoxis aurea,
Hypoxis bampsiana,
Hypoxis baurii,
Hypoxis camerooniana,
Hypoxis canaliculata,
Hypoxis catamarcensis,
Hypoxis colchicifolia,
Hypoxis costata,
Hypoxis cuanzensis,
Hypoxis curtissii,
Hypoxis decumbens,
Hypoxis demissa,
Hypoxis dinteri,
Hypoxis domingensis,
Hypoxis exaltata,
Hypoxis exilis,
Hypoxis filiformis,
Hypoxis fischeri,
Hypoxis flanaganii,
Hypoxis floccosa,
Hypoxis galpinii,
Hypoxis gerrardii,
Hypoxis goetzei,
Hypoxis gregoriana,
Hypoxis hemerocallidea,
Hypoxis hirsuta,
Hypoxis humilis,
Hypoxis hygrometrica,
Hypoxis interjecta,
Hypoxis juncea,
Hypoxis kilimanjarica,
Hypoxis kraussiana,
Hypoxis lata,
Hypoxis lejolyana,
Hypoxis leucotricha,
Hypoxis limicola,
Hypoxis longifolia,
Hypoxis lucens,
Hypoxis ludwigii,
Hypoxis lusalensis,
Hypoxis malaissei,
Hypoxis marginata,
Hypoxis membranacea,
Hypoxis mexicana,
Hypoxis milloides,
Species in the Hypoxidaceae family
Curculigo annamitica,
Curculigo breviscapa,
Curculigo capitulata,
Curculigo conoc,
Curculigo disticha,
Curculigo ensifolia,
Curculigo erecta,
Curculigo gracilis,
Curculigo latifolia,
Curculigo oligantha,
Curculigo orchioides,
Curculigo pilosa,
Curculigo prainiana,
Curculigo racemosa,
Curculigo rhizophylla,
Curculigo scorzonerifolia,
Curculigo seychellensis,
Curculigo sinensis,
Curculigo tonkinensis,
Curculigo trichocarpa,
Curculigo savantwadiensis,
Curculigo maharashtrensis,
Curculigo fabrei,
Curculigo maheensis,
Empodium elongatum,
Empodium flexile,
Empodium gloriosum,
Empodium monophyllum,
Empodium namaquensis,
Empodium plicatum,
Empodium veratrifolium,
Empodium namaquensis,
Empodium veratrifolium,
Hypoxis abyssinica,
Hypoxis acuminata,
Hypoxis angustifolia,
Hypoxis argentea,
Hypoxis arillacea,
Hypoxis aurea,
Hypoxis bampsiana,
Hypoxis baurii,
Hypoxis camerooniana,
Hypoxis canaliculata,
Hypoxis catamarcensis,
Hypoxis colchicifolia,
Hypoxis costata,
Hypoxis cuanzensis,
Hypoxis curtissii,
Hypoxis decumbens,
Hypoxis demissa,